Sandviken (Sölvesborg)

Sandviken (near Sölvesborg on the Blekinge coast) is a shallow, sandy kitesurfing spot with generally clean water and little/no shore break. Multiple reports describe flat-to-chop conditions with small waves close to the beach, and a long shallow zone that makes it especially friendly for progression. Wind is dominated by frontal systems and works best with south to southwesterly directions (S, SSW, SW, WSW). Providers differ slightly on gust character (one describes moderate gusts; another notes light gusts), and there’s a known wind-shadow/gustiness issue in WSW setups where the mainland can block wind at the rig site. One source notes trees behind the beach can also create turbulence or shadows. Launch and riding are generally easy, with a sandy beach and space for setup, but summer brings lots of bathers. Launching may require walking to the side of the main swimming area to avoid conflict with beachgoers. One provider also flags seasonal restrictions about kitesurfing/surfing dates, so it’s important to verify current local rules for the exact season. For gear and comfort, a wetsuit is almost always needed. Temperatures are very cold in winter (with suggestions that winter riding is possible but extremely cold) and much warmer in summer; drysuits are common locally, while gloves/booties may be omitted on hotter July days depending on personal preference and conditions.